NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) is India’s open school board that offers flexible learning and examination for students who want to complete Class 10 (Secondary) outside the regular school system.

Admission Cycles & Dates

There are two admission blocks in a year:

Block-1 – March/April exams

Block-2 – October/November exams

 Eligibility Criteria

To take admission in NIOS Class 10 (Secondary):

✔️ Minimum Age: You must be at least 14 years old by 31 January / July (depending on the exam cycle).

✔️ Educational Requirement: Passed Class 8th from any recognized school. In some cases, a self-declaration of learning is accepted in place of Class 8 mark sheet.

📋 Documents Required (Scanned Jpg/Jpeg)

Keep these scanned copies ready before starting the online application:

🧾 Essential Documents

1. Passport-size recent colour photograph
2. Signature scan (preferably in black ink)
3. Identity Proof: Aadhaar card / Passport / Ration card / etc.
4. Birth proof: Birth Certificate or Aadhaar with DOB or previous class mark sheet showing DOB
5. Address Proof: Aadhaar with address / water bill / voter ID / electricity bill / ration card
6. Class 8th mark sheet (or 8th pass certificate / self-declaration if allowed) — for 10th admission
7. Caste certificate (if SC/ST/OBC – optional but helpful)
8. Disability certificate (if applicable)
9. Ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)

Check Eligibility

You can apply for NIOS 10th if:

• ✔️ You are 14 years or older
• ✔️ You have passed Class 8 (or can give self-declaration if required)

 Keep Documents Ready (Scan in JPG)

You will need:

• Passport size photo
• Signature
• Aadhaar card (ID proof)
• Date of Birth proof (Birth certificate / Aadhaar / school record)
• Address proof
• Class 8 mark sheet (if available)
• Caste certificate (if SC/ST/OBC – optional)